IRS Allows Remote Work amid Rat Infestation

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) enacted a telework policy for Chamblee campus employees as it addresses an ongoing rat infestation at the facility. 

The pest problem, which intensified following Memorial Day weekend, caused one worker to quit.

The decision comes after a protest by union representatives, current workers, and former employees, as well as calls from Georgia lawmakers for the IRS to close the office and allow staff to work remotely. 

“The IRS recognizes that this situation creates an uncomfortable work environment for our staff. The IRS, along with GSA, is working to remediate the situation as quickly as possible,” the IRS said in a statement.

Passenger Arrested in Airport Altercation

A traveler passing through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was arrested after getting into a physical fight with a Frontier Airlines manager on the jet bridge. 

According to authorities, the dispute occurred after the passenger was denied boarding due to appearing intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

The passenger was identified as Kristina Lopez Lujan, who now faces charges of simple battery, public drunkenness, and disorderly conduct.

The manager sustained scratches to her knuckles, face, and neck, while Lujan suffered a cut to her head, police say. 

Soccer Superstar Seen at North Georgia Walmart

Soccer superstar Lamine Yamal was spotted at a Walmart in Fort Oglethorpe. 

Yamal, who is set to represent Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, was named the best player in the tournament by Fox Sports. 

The 18-year-old World Cup player was briefly filmed shopping inside the store. The video can be seen here.

Spain will open its World Cup campaign with two group-stage matches at Atlanta Stadium, facing Cabo Verde on June 15, followed by a June 21 matchup against Saudi Arabia.

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➤ Cumming: A suspected algae bloom in Lake Lanier has prompted officials to warn the public to avoid contact with discolored or contaminated water. (More)

➤ Morgan County: The body of an 18-year-old Atlanta resident was recovered from Lake Rutledge following an extensive, multi-agency search. (More)

➤ Jekyll Island: Three sea turtles named Peachy, Goosie, and Pickles were released back into the ocean after spending months rebuilding their health at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. (More)

➤ White County: A new fire station completely funded by local sales tax revenue opened Thursday on Sonnys Circle, and crews carried out their first rescue just hours later. (More)

➤ Thomasville: A local animal shelter is currently seeking short-term foster homes for more than 50 dogs arriving from high-risk shelters. (More)

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➤ A four-run first inning powered Georgia to a 7-1 win over Texas in the Bulldogs’ College World Series opener. UGA advanced in the winners’ bracket to face Oklahoma on Monday. (See Bracket)

➤ Meanwhile, Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson was named the 2026 Buster Posey Award winner, an honor that recognizes the nation’s top college baseball catcher. The Bulldogs standout also claimed the Bobby Bragan National Collegiate Slugger Award. (More)

➤ Andrew Smart, Athens Academy class of 2030 quarterback and son of Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart, landed his first college football scholarship offer—and it came from the Bulldogs’ in-state rival, Georgia Tech. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Braves placed starting pitcher Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list after testing revealed inflammation in his right elbow. Strider had exited Friday’s game against the New York Mets in the fourth inning with soreness in the arm. (More)

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➤ The Richmond County School System is providing free breakfast and lunch to people aged 18 and younger at 20 locations across the county throughout June as part of its summer meals program. (More)

➤ A Hawkinsville resident and 100-year-old World War II veteran received a special surprise after returning home from a 10-day trip to Normandy, France, where he joined fellow veterans in commemorating the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. (More)

➤ A group of kids in Adrian are spending their summer break running a lemonade stand to raise money for childhood cancer research. (More)

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